Pimlico meet commences with hi-def signal, low-takeout Pick 5

Pimlico meet commences with hi-def signal, low-takeout Pick

5

"We are very excited about going high-definition and anxious for the public

to see the new graphics on our daily show," said Maryland Jockey Club General

Manager Sal Sinatra. "Pimlico is an historic track, and it plays hosts to one of

sport's most iconic events in the Preakness S. (G1). I think our fans will be

pleased with the new direction we're taking for a more vibrant telecast."

There will be free admission and live programs Thursday. First race post is

1:10 p.m. (EDT). The spring meet runs through June 6 and will be highlighted by

the 140th running of the Preakness on May 16 and Black-Eyed Susan Day on May 15.

The Maryland Jockey Club announced earlier this month that it would offer a

Pick 5 with an industry-low 12-percent takeout during the Pimlico meet, as well

as a 10-cent Rainbow 6.

The Rainbow 6 will be offered on the last six races of each race day. The

Rainbow 6 carryover jackpot is paid out only when there is a single ticket sold

with all six winners. On days when there is no unique ticket, 60 percent of that

day's pool goes back to those bettors holding tickets with the most winners,

while 40 percent is carried over to the jackpot pool.

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